Press Release: 8/25/2026
Chamber Celebrates Miceal Chamberlain as New Board Chair
August 24, 2026
Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Miceal Chamberlain, Bank of America, as New Board Chair, Honors Previous Chair Corey Thomas
Boston, MA – The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate the new Chair of the Board of Directors, Miceal Chamberlain, President of Massachusetts, Northeast Region Executive, Global Commercial Banking at Bank of America.
Chamberlain succeeds Corey Thomas, Executive Chairman of Rapid7, who contributed impactful leadership and service to the Chamber Board and community. Chamberlain begins his term at a pivotal time for the region as the Chamber advances its agenda focused on economic development and competitiveness.
“It is an honor to serve as Chair of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Board at such an important time for our Commonwealth,” said Miceal Chamberlain. “The region’s economy and communities have always been strengthened by collaboration between the business community and government partners. Corey has been a great leader, and I look forward to building on the Chamber’s momentum from recent years to support economic growth, expand opportunity, and ensure our region remains one of the best places in the world to live, work, and operate a business.”
As Board Chair, Chamberlain will work closely with James E. Rooney, Executive Committee, and Board to continue driving forward strategic initiatives, including efforts to expand workforce development, address housing challenges, support business, and strengthen the region’s economic competitiveness on a national and global stage.
“We are thrilled to welcome Miceal Chamberlain as our Board Chair,” said James E. Rooney, President & CEO of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. “As a renowned, visionary leader, Miceal has a steadfast belief in the people and companies of Massachusetts and the work of the Chamber. I look forward to our continued work together. Also, we are deeply grateful to Corey Thomas for his extraordinary leadership over the years as Board Chair, guiding our Chamber and business community through important opportunities and challenges. We are a stronger region because of Corey’s vision and leadership.”
During his time as Board Chair, Thomas played a key role in strengthening the Chamber’s engagement across sectors, advancing policy priorities regarding AI, business growth, and reinforcing the Chamber as a convener and catalyst for the region.
“It has been a privilege to serve as Board Chair and to work alongside such a dedicated and visionary business community,” said Corey Thomas. “Together, we have strengthened the Chamber’s voice, supported our members through complex challenges, and advanced an agenda focused on long-term competitiveness. I am confident that under Miceal’s leadership, the Chamber will continue to drive meaningful impact and help position the Commonwealth for continued success.”
Chamberlain’s two-year term as Chair will conclude July 2028. To learn more about the Board of Directors of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, visit the Board’s website here.
Media Contacts:
Casey Baines cbaines@bostonchamber.com;
Mattie Holloway mholloway@bostonchamber.com
Andy Aldridge andrew.aldridge@bofa.com
Erin Gourley erin.gourley@ext.bursonglobal.com
About Bank of America
Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving nearly 70 million clients with approximately 3,500 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock (NYSE: BAC) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
About the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is the convener, voice, and advocate of the region’s business community, committed to making Greater Boston the best place for all businesses and all people to thrive. We help our members and Greater Boston succeed by convening and connecting the business community; researching, developing and advocating for public policies that contribute to our region’s economic success; and providing comprehensive learning and development programs designed to grow strong business and civic leaders. Learn more at BostonChamber.com.